Turning Force

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Nissan Pathfinder. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Before checking the axial forces and end play, turn the lower ball joint at least 10 revolutions so that the ball joint is properly broken in.

Turning torque (B)

Upper: Refer to "BALL JOINT ".

Lower: Refer to "BALL JOINT ".

Fig 1: Checking Turning Torque Of Ball Joint

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